How to Pronounce Assassins

To pronounce "assassins", say ASS-ass-ins — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsæsɪnz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈsæsɪnz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “assassins”

"assassins" has 3 syllables: ass-ass-ins. It rhymes with fastens and cassens, if that helps it stick.

What does assassins mean?

noun

  1. A member of the Nizari Ismaili Muslim community of the Alamut Period
  2. Someone who intentionally kills a person, especially a professional who kills a public or political figure.

Words that rhyme with assassins

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fastenscassensnasons

Related words

bravoassassinationsattackersbomberschiefscriminalscutthroatsexecutants

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assassins"?▾

"Assassins" has 3 syllables: ass · ass · ins.

What is the IPA transcription of "assassins"?▾

The IPA transcription of "assassins" is /əˈsæsɪnz/.

What does "assassins" mean?▾

Assassins: A member of the Nizari Ismaili Muslim community of the Alamut Period

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